Capitol Report: Economic impact of health care
For nearly four years, our state and our nation have struggled to regain the economic growth and prosperity that once blessed this country.
Capitol Report: The fate of freedom
The goal of bettering healthcare for all Americans has led to an extensive debate in our country. In the next few weeks this debate will come to a head when the United States Supreme Court will issue one of the most important rulings of our lifetime. When the court rules on the fate of the federal healthcare bill it will either be affirming the freedoms provided by our founding fathers or weakening the foundation of our democracy. While we do not yet know the fate of this poor public policy, we do know that the overwhelming majority of Missourians do not agree with the government taking over our healthcare decisions.
Capitol Report: Planning for our energy future
The best time to resolve an issue is before it becomes a problem. And the best answers are normally crafted when we plan for the future instead of living in the present or dwelling on the past.
Capitol Report: Remembering the sacrifice
Memorial Day is a time to honor and a time to respect those who have paid the highest price defending our country and our freedom. It is a time to remember the sacrifices of so many men and women who have given their lives for our country because they believed in the ideals upon which this nation was founded. It is a time to acknowledge these American heroes for their service and their commitment.
Capitol Report: 2012 legislative session comes to a close
Last week, the Second Regular Session of the 96th General Assembly came to a close. When the session began in January, we knew it would be a challenging year but we were committed to moving a legislative agenda that would strengthen Missouri’s economic future. Although the final week of this legislative session was relatively slow, by the time the final gavel fell, we were successful in sending some common sense measures to the Governor’s desk.